The purpose of this standard is to establish minimum requirements for self-retracting devices that are used in occupations requiring personal protection against falls from heights and applies to the manufacturers, distributors, purchasers and authorized persons who use such equipment.

Table of Contents

1. Scope, Purpose and Application
1.1 Scope
1.2 Purpose and Application
1.3 Self-Retracting Device Types
1.4 Self-Retracting Device Classes
1.5 Exceptions
1.6 Interpretations
2. Definitions
3. Requirements
3.1 General Requirements
3.2 Static Strength
3.3 Dynamic Performance
3.4 Energy Capacity
3.5 Retraction Tension
3.6 Additional Testing for Self-Retracting Lanyards, Personal (SRL-Ps)
3.7 Hybrid Self-Retracting Devices
4. Qualification and Verification Testing
4.1 Test Equipment and Test Specimens
4.2 Static Testing
4.3 Dynamic Performance Testing
4.4 Energy Capacity Testing
4.5 Retraction Tension Testing
4.6 Type Specific Testing for Self-Retracting Lanyards, Personal (SRL-Ps)
4.7 Testing Summary Table
5. Markings and Instructions
5.1 Marking Requirements
5.2 Instruction Requirements
6. User Inspection, Maintenance and Storage of Equipment
6.1 Inspection
6.2 Maintenance and Storage
7. References
Appendix A – Inspection Requirements (Informative)
Appendix B – Guidance for the End-User (Informative)

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